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and start your Muay Thai journey today!
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"I really like the instructor, Coach Nick. He moves at a really nice pace, explains things well, and is really pleasant to hear in class. I really like the organization of the levels, it makes sense is logical, and having the download for each curriculum and level is terrific. The videos are all good, fun to watch, and while not the most intense workouts, give a really nicely paced lesson plan that is very well executed."
David Mitnick (student since 2017)
Dedicated to YOUR Muay Thai Journey
Muay Thai is a ridiculously effective style of stand-up fighting. Forged in Thailand,
this "Art of the 8 Limbs" will get you into fighting shape, all while embedding
explosive and powerful strikes, kicks, and fast footwork.
Build Speed & Strength
Build your agility and explosive kicks and strikes through intense Muay Thai training.
Healthy Inside & Out
Escape from the daily grind, carve out time to exercise, refocus, and build powerful self-discipline.
Protect Yourself & Your Family
Discover the confidence that comes with knowing how to protect yourself and the ones you love.
Renee (student since 2019)
How it Works
The first online martial-arts university of its kind, since 2008.
Ready for a Stronger
and Safer You?
We're currently offering a FREE Muay Thai course so you can take your first step towards protecting yourself and getting in great shape. This is a no-commitment offer with no credit-card details needed. Our hope is that you'll love learning the basics of Muay Thai through our proven online-teaching system so much that you'll sign up as a dedicated student.
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Sign up for our FREE beginner's Muay Thai course today!
Course Benefits
Learn and practice all levels of Muay Thai techniques and get fit through our easy-to-follow instructional videos.
Learn At Your Own Pace
You're busy, and so life can get in the way of training. We made this program flexible so you can train at a pace that works best for you.
Quality Instruction
Your is instructor is Coach Nick Vasallo, who has years of high-level Muay Thai training. With Nick, you'll be learning from the best.
Earn Accredited Rank
You'll submit challenging tests to a real instructor so you can earn rank and be proud of it.
Complete Comprehensive Training
You'll have everything you need to go from Muay-Thai Level 1 to Level 6.
Supportive Community
You'll join the ranks of over 1,000 students from around the world, all working toward similar goals and encouraging each other along the way.
Stream From Multiple Devices
Access your course from any device so you can take your training with you wherever you go.
Lisa (student since 2019)
Ready for a Stronger
and Safer You?
We're currently offering a FREE Muay Thai course so you can take your first step towards protecting yourself and getting in great shape. This is a no-commitment offer with no credit-card details needed. Our hope is that you'll love learning the basics of Muay Thai through our proven online-teaching system so much that you'll sign up as a dedicated student.
Normally a $127 value
Course Curriculum
Take the guesswork out of training. Every single training level is laid out step-by-step and is easy to follow. In this
course, not only will you learn every single defense, strike, and principle, you'll also reach new levels of
physical fitness, control, confidence, and energy.
Introduction
You'll learn about the style, how to use the course, the principles of Muay Thai, and the basics of stance, movement, and footwork.
Strikes
Practice devastating but simple strikes to end a fight quickly: straight punches, hook punches, uppercuts, overhands, elbow strikes, and more.
Kicks
Learn the crushing cornerstones of Muay Thai - the Thai kick, round kick, front kick, back kick, spinning kick, knee, jump knee, and more!
Defenses
Defend against any attack by moving fast with highly-efficient footwork and defenses that flow with your body's natural range of movement. Practice through sparring.
Complete Classes
Just like attending a real Muay Thai class at a gym, you'll follow along to warm ups, drills, and cool downs. Choose between "Solo Bag Classes" and "Partner Classes" to practice all your techniques while getting a killer workout.
Instructor Support With
Anytime Feedback
It's just like walking into the gym and taking a class.
Classes include warm ups, techniques instruction, different drills,
and stretching to keep your training fun and different.
Message your Instructor and get Your
Progress Reviewed Anytime
Interact directly with your instructor whenever you need
guidance.
Submit a video for review and corrections if you need
extra support.
Find a Training Partner with the
Student Locator
Easily locate and connect with other GMAU students
in your area.
Start a “Global Garage” and start training with friends.
Meet Your Instructor
Since 2005, Nick Vasallo has trained in Aikido, Karate, Taekwondo, Kickboxing, Jiu Jitsu, Krav Maga and, of course, Muay Thai. He has won tournament medals and has competed unofficially in amateur matches. He teaches Muay Thai in the San Francisco Bay area, and is the Head Instructor of GMAU Muay Thai.
Nick is also a college professor of music. He's married with two kids, composes music, and sings/plays guitar in two bands (Antagony and Oblivion).
The Global Martial Arts University is the golden standard for at-home martial-arts instruction. We’ve been working with global distance-training students since 2008. This has led us to creating cutting-edge home-study courses that actually work.
Ready to Get Access to Your Free Muay
Thai Beginner's Course?
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Pricing
Choose Your Plan
At a fraction of the cost of training in a traditional studio, with an unparalleled guarantee.
$39.95
Monthly
Simple and flexible plan where you pay
month-to-month
All Lessons & Classes from Level 1 to Level 6
Connect & Train with Other Students
Accredited Rank Testing & Advancement
Instructor Support, Feedback, & Guidance
Fresh Training Material Added Monthly
Cancel Anytime
Monthly Payments
$179.70
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All Lessons and Classes from Level 1 to 6
Connect and Train with Other Students
Fresh Training Material Added Monthly
Accredited Rank Testing & Advancement
Instructor Support, Feedback, & Guidance
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Path to Level 6
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Get your Level 6 certification with a path to "black-belt" membership
Instant Access to the Entire Course
All Lessons & Classes From Level 1 to Level 6
Fresh Training Material Added Monthly
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What Our Students
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Commonly Asked Questions
Please feel free to reach out to us if you don't see your question below!
- Train with the lessons and classes. Once you have logged the minimum training hours required, you are eligible to submit your test.
- Next, simply follow the instructions on the testing page, to film and submit your video exam.
- Your instructor will do a detailed grading of your exam, and will also film a personalized feedback video with corrections and guidance.
- Once you pass, you will receive your official certificate of rank. If you do not pass the first time, you will be given corrections, and can resubmit without paying another fee.
Yes! Each additional family member receives a 50% discount on their tuition. It is simple to add new family members from your own account.
Yes, there are no contracts or annoying cancellation processes. If you just don’t like the course, you can cancel. But, if you fall to hard times and want to freeze your membership, we can do that for you too.
Yes it does! We donate a good portion of our proceeds every month to people and projects that are making the world a better place. From planting organic gardens to feed the homeless, to a martial arts school teaching underprivileged kids, to good people who have fallen under hard times and illnesses, schools in Africa, people combating ailments with natural herbs, and more - we are working on helping others and spreading abundance.
Yes. Upon enrolling, from day one you can access all levels of lessons, classes, and extras. You are not required to do the grading/testing component of your membership; but it is an option that you can take advantage of at any time!
Yes! We have lots of kids training in this program. We recommend this program for ages 6 and up. For ages 6-9, the child will be most successful when a parent or other trusted adult assists or trains alongside at least sometimes. For ages 10 to 18, they can usually do the training on their own. The program is well designed for both kids and adults.
Ready for a Stronger
and Safer You?
Any martial-art style you choose will help you feel more grounded and stable in your body. Learning martial arts is an extremely rewarding journey that we want to support you through. We've created a special offer so you can dip your toe into practicing martial arts by taking a free beginners course. This will help you on your journey to one day becoming a master.
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